Telehandler Engineer

Alecto Recruitment; Walsall; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading plant hire company in the Midlands is seeking an experienced Mobile Telehandler Engineer to maintain and repair telehandler equipment across the region. This fully mobile role is ideal for engineers who are confident working independently. Key responsibilities include on-site diagnostics, repairs, and providing technical support. The role offers a salary up to £45,000, 25 days holiday, and a supportive engineering environment.

Benefits

Up to 25 days holiday + bank holidays

Paid day off for your birthday

Comprehensive company benefits

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Mobile Engineer or Telehandler Engineer.
• Ability to diagnose, service, maintain, and repair telehandlers.

Responsibilities

• Perform on-site diagnostics and repairs on telehandlers.
• Respond to breakdowns and fault find on hydraulic, electrical and mechanical systems.
• Ensure telehandlers operate safely and efficiently.

Skills

Experience as a Plant Fitter

Strong understanding of diesel engines

Hydraulics knowledge

Clear communication skills

Education

NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Plant Maintenance or equivalent

Tools

JCB

Manitou

Job description

CP32563

Mobile Telehandler Engineer / Field Service Plant Engineer - Midlands

East Midlands (Nottingham) or Walsall / Cannock area

Alecto Recruitment is proud to be partnering with a leading plant hire company expanding its specialist telehandler engineering team. We are recruiting an experienced Mobile Plant Fitter to support customers across the Midlands.

This is a fully mobile, field-based role, ideal for an engineer confident working independently on modern telehandler equipment, with a strong focus on uptime, safety and customer service.

The Role

As a Mobile Telehandler Engineer, you will be responsible for:

• On-site diagnostics, servicing, maintenance and repairs on a fleet of JCB and Manitou telehandlers
• Breakdown response and fault finding on hydraulic, electrical and mechanical systems
• Planned preventative maintenance and statutory inspections
• Providing technical support and updates to customers and internal teams

You’ll be the trusted specialist keeping telehandler equipment operating safely and efficiently on hire.

What’s on Offer

• Salary up to £45,000 DOE
• 52.5-hour contract (Mon-Fri, 07:00-18:00)
• Up to 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Paid day off for your birthday
• Comprehensive company benefits
• Supportive, team-focused engineering environment

What We’re Looking For

• NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Plant Maintenance, Heavy Vehicle Maintenance, or equivalent
• Proven experience as a Plant Fitter, Mobile Engineer, Agricultural Engineer, HGV Technician or Telehandler Engineer
• Strong understanding of diesel engines, hydraulics, electrics and mechanical systems
• Experience working on JCB, Manitou, Merlo or similar telehandlers
• Full UK driving licence (max 3 points)
• Ability to work independently and manage your own workload
• Clear communication skills

Desirable:

• CSCS card

You’ll Succeed If You:

• Remain calm and effective under pressure
• Can prioritise jobs and manage a dynamic workload
• Take pride in delivering high-quality workmanship
• Are proactive, reliable and customer-focused

Apply Now

If you’re a JCB or Manitou Telehandler Engineer, Mobile Plant Fitter, Heavy Plant Technician, Agricultural Engineer or Field Service Engineer, we want to hear from you.

Apply via Alecto Recruitment for a confidential, no‑pressure discussion about the role.

INDHP If you would like to know more about this position, then please forward your CV to (url removed) immediately. If you would like to discuss this position, please call (phone number removed) and ask to speak to Chloe.

Please note Alecto Recruitment are acting as an employment business in relation to this vacancy.